Medical Assistant, Outreach - Shriners Children's
Honolulu, HI 96826
About the Job
Join our Shriners Children's Hawaii 'Ohana! We are proud of providing the highest quality care to Hawaii's Keiki for almost 100 years. Shriners Children's Hawaii treats children with neuromusculoskeletal conditions throughout the Pacific Basin regardless of the family's ability to pay. Become a part of our specialized care staff and help us transform lives together.
Shriners Children's is a network of 21 non-profit medical facilities, telehealth sites, outreach programs, ambulatory centers and clinics across North America, treating children from 170 countries. Our work environment is mission driven and our patients are at the heart of everything we do. They inspire us to continue our mission of improving the lives of children and families.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, Shriners is committed to providing challenging and rewarding careers in an environment based on our corporate values excellence, innovation, commitment, integrity, teamwork, stewardship and respect.
Job Overview:Shriners Children's is the premier pediatric burn, orthopaedic, spinal cord injury, cleft lip and palate, and pediatric subspecialties medical center. We have an opportunity for a Full-Time Medical Assistant supporting our Honolulu Outreach Unit as their Department Assistant II.
This position is Full Time, non-exempt and benefits eligible. The pay range for this position is $19.70/hour - $24.60/hour. Compensation is determined based on years of experience and departmental equity.
Responsibilities:The Outreach Department Assistant II assists the Outreach Coordinator in clinics. Duties include scheduling and confirming patient appointments, scheduling consultations and other medical services outside of the hospital, obtaining and updating patient demographic and insurance information, arranging travel for the outreach team members and other clerical duties as assigned. Traveling with the Outreach team is an expectation for this position. Requires concentration and attention to detail in inputting data, completing and typing documents and handling heavy telephone contacts. Alertness and sensitivity in dealing with patients and families from various cultures. Flexibility in handling a variety of tasks. Strong verbal and writing communication skills. Medical terminology helpful. Knowledge of use of standard office equipment. Must possess excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. Must be able to observe confidentiality at all times. |
- Valid Hawaii Driver's License required
- Valid passport and the ability to travel domestically and internationally required.
- Certified Medical Assistant required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification recognized by American Heart Association required.
- Minimum two (2) years clerical experience. Strong computer skills, using Microsoft Office Suite of programs preferred. Medical insurance background helpful.